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Freelance Outerwear Developer

- Use PLM software to set up BOM, update existing technical packages, and generate new part numbers
- Research in seam sealing and waterproof/breathable fabrics and the testing required to report on performance ratings
- Update seasonal sourcing and costing matrix for outerwear, knits and headwear.
- Comment on samples in regards to fabrics, trims and finishings
- Re-organize headwear program to fall in line with outerwear and knit department guidelines
- Update color dependency matrix for outerwear, knits and headwear

- Completed apparel and swimwear technical packages to meet specific seasonal deadlines
- Completed men's tee graphic technical packages by setting up scale and positioning

Freelance Product Developer

- Evaluated new market opportunities in the concussion awareness and prevention arena
- Researched market competition
- Researched pricing strategies
- Developed partnerships

Research Consultant

Leading provider of wireless broadband connectivity for small businesses and enterprise customers.
- Email Marketing 
- Conducted market research
- Designed mailers for current customer deals
- Created content for YouTube page
- Developed short animated video to assist in the installation process
- Assisted VP of Marketing in day-to-day needs

Marketing/PR assistant (MBA internship)

- Created multi view CAD drawings for technical packages.
- Created a file of Construction Details for development team to use in future seasons.
- Created CAD drawings of new product at a presentation level that met specific print guidelines.
- Completed accessory technical packages for development.

Freelance Designer/Developer

- Completed headwear technical packages for development.

Product Developer - Headwear

On a day to day basis:
- Negotiated with factories to ensure quality product at the best price. 
- Set pricing for headwear category.
- Contributed to the seasonal development of products from passing over initial design specs and concepts to final production. 
- Served as the main point person in negotiations with factories over-seas to ensure quality product. 
- Become well versed in commenting and spec-ing anything from a tee or winter jacket to a canvas and leather duffel bag or ipad case.

Product Developer / Merchandiser

As an assistant designer at NIXON I was given a number of opportunities to learn and grow as a professional. 
- Created CADS for technical specs and presentations, as well as manage Sales Meeting materials.
- Had the amazing opportunity to travel to New York and over seas for inspiration research with our Senior Designer. 
- After time I was given my own category and was able to design headwear for a number of seasons before I made my way into a developing position.

Assistant Designer - Women's Apparel and Accessories

Find out detailed information about Katie Lipetz, Freelance Outerwear Developer in San Diego, CA

Katie Lipetz: Freelance Outerwear Developer in San Diego, CA

Katie Lipetz

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prAna

Safebrain

Skyriver Communication

Oakley

Element

Nixon

Nixon

San Diego State University

University of Colorado Boulder